Stories about "Events"
Art, food, decor, and more: Check out the 2024 Bates Alumni Gift Guide
Friday, December 6, 2024 12:35 pm
This year's guide features an array of products, including Lewiston-inspired items.
Traditional garments, elegant gowns, and out-of-this-world outfits: Bates has a passion for Trashion
Friday, November 22, 2024 12:36 pm
At the Bates Trashion Show, one person’s trash is not just another’s treasure, but perhaps even another’s trend.
Veterans Day at Bates, and thoughts from a Bates combat veteran
Friday, November 15, 2024 2:52 pm
We caught up with Army veteran Joe Castonguay after Veterans Day, on a sunny morning when he and his grounds crew team were clearing leaves outside Rand Hall.
Record-breaking Bates Class of 2028 arrives to open arms on Aug. 29
Thursday, August 22, 2024 2:41 pm
Chosen from the largest applicant pool in Bates history and with record-breaking racial diversity, the 491-member Class of 2028 comes from 38 U.S. states and 29 countries.
Six alumni recognized for contributions to Bates and wider world during Reunion 2024
Wednesday, June 12, 2024 4:16 pm
Six alumni received awards for their contributions to Bates and to the wider world during the Annual Gathering of the Bates College Alumni Association on June 8 during Reunion.
Try not to let the success treadmill ‘obscure the actual living of life,’ Bates seniors told at 158th Commencement
Sunday, May 26, 2024 2:32 pm
One of the nation’s foremost journalists, NPR's Mary Louise Kelly, offered three pieces of life advice to the Class of 2024: Be wary of when success becomes a non-stop treadmill, remember much of life depends on what we choose to see, and hold tight to those lifelong friendships forged at Bates.
Bobcat Ventures pitch competition awards $15,000 in prizes to three student entrepreneurs
Friday, May 17, 2024 11:38 am
Do you need to reduce stress by organizing your time? Or perhaps you’re craving a non-alcoholic drink? Or you're keen on supporting college aspirations? If so, this year’s student winners of the Bobcat Ventures pitch competition have you covered.
FAQs: What to know and expect at the inauguration of Bates College President Garry W. Jenkins on May 4
Monday, April 22, 2024 10:55 am
On May 4, 2024, Bates will install a new president for only the eighth time in its 168-year history.
Take a chance on stage: Students and faculty share why they stepped into the Schaeffer Theatre limelight
Friday, January 26, 2024 10:55 am
The annual Cultural Showcase has a “if you build it, they will come” vibe. Hear from some of the students and faculty who share why they took a chance to step into the Schaeffer Theatre limelight this year.
Picture Story: Bates MLK Day is rich with song, poetry, discussion, and, most of all, food
Friday, January 19, 2024 2:54 pm
Enjoy this immersive photo and video presentation of the 2024 Bates MLK Day celebration, full of presentations, discussions, and workshops, all on the topic of food justice in America.